April 24, 2024 , Press Release

All Things Judicial Features a Panel Discussion with Franklin Freeman, Ned Mangum, Colon Willoughby

Panel discussed court history, different court levels, and changes in the court system.

December 15, 2023 , Press Release

Chief Justice Paul Newby Appoints Margaret Eagles as Chief District Court Judge for Wake County

Judge Eagles will begin serving as chief district court judge February 1, 2024.

September 13, 2023 , Press Release

All Things Judicial Features Interview with Criminal Defense Attorney Robert L. McMillan, Jr.

McMillan candidly shares his story and the wisdom he gained over his 50 years in the practice of law.

August 1, 2023 , General News

New “Address of Record with the Court”

Attorneys may update their profile at portal.ncbar.gov to include a mailing address, phone number, and email to be used for Rule 5 service.

June 7, 2023 , Press Release

All Things Judicial Features a Roundtable Discussion About Courthouse Security

A roundtable discussion about the importance of courthouse security in fulfilling the constitutional mission of the Judicial Branch.

May 31, 2023 , General News

New Filing Code for Criminal Filings in File & Serve Effective June 1, 2023

Attorneys can now file under Criminal Motions and Order for DA Review in File and Serve if documents need to be reviewed by the DA's office.

May 24, 2023 , General News

Judicial Branch Expands Elevated Access for Private Counsel in eCourts

The update provides access to confidential records in all cases for which an attorney is listed as an attorney of record.

May 1, 2023 , Press Release

Online Requests for Dismissal or Speeding Reduction of Traffic Citations Launches in Guide & File for eCourts Pilot Counties

Now available in Guide & File for eCourts pilot counties only (Harnett, Johnston, Lee, Wake).

March 29, 2023 , Press Release

All Things Judicial Highlights the Wake County Legal Support Center

Episode explains the Center's creation and operation and includes a tour of the Center with Judge Dunston.

February 13, 2023 , Press Release

eCourts is Now Live in Harnett, Johnston, Lee, and Wake Counties

eCourts is officially live in the four pilot counties (Harnett, Johnston, Lee, and Wake) today, Monday, February 13.

January 31, 2023 , General News

MEMORANDUM to Attorneys: eFiling in eCourts Pilot Counties

Once eCourts is live, eFiling will be required for attorneys for any new filings made in these four counties.

January 24, 2023 , General News

Legal Support Center Opens at Wake County Courthouse

The Center is available to help people better understand our legal system.

January 9, 2023 , General News

eCourts Integrated Case Management Go-Live Date Announcement for February 13

The go-live date for the four pilot counties (Harnett, Johnston, Lee and Wake) for the eCourts ICMS and eFiling will be Monday, February 13.

November 1, 2022 , General News

Additional eFiling Training Dates and Registration Now Available for Attorneys and Legal Staff

Additional virtual (Webex) training dates for File & Serve are now available for attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff to register.

September 26, 2022 , General News

MEMORANDUM :: eCourts Launch Delay

In order to ensure a successful launch, the decision has been made to delay the pilot county eCourts Odyssey ICMS.

August 31, 2022 , General News

eCourts Target Date for Pilot County Odyssey ICMS Implementation

The Odyssey ICMS is projected to launch in four pilot counties of Harnett, Johnston, Lee, and Wake.

August 19, 2022 , General News

eFiling Coming to North Carolina Courts: Training Dates Announced for Attorneys

Training sessions will be offered both virtually and in person for File and Serve in September. Attorneys may register now.

July 28, 2022 , General News

Governor Cooper Announces Judicial Appointment

Governor Roy Cooper has appointed Rhonda Young as District Court Judge to Judicial District 10D, serving part of Wake County.

July 8, 2022 , General News

Governor Cooper Announces Two District Court Judge Appointments

Governor Roy Cooper has announced two district court judge appointments for Judicial Districts 10 and 26.

June 28, 2022 , Press Release

Chief Justice Paul Newby Resumes 100-County Tour with Visits to 10 North Carolina Counties

The tour began in May 2021 and after tomorrow's visits, Newby will have visited  67 county courthouses across North Carolina.